MACH CNC GUILLOTINE MACHINERY

BUILT FOR ACCURACY.
MADE FOR PRODUCTION

MACH CNC guillotines deliver fast, clean and repeatable sheet metal cutting. Engineered for reliable production, accurate positioning and consistent cut quality.

PRECISION CUTTING

Clean, accurate cuts across every sheet

CNC CONTROL

Simple programming for repeatable production

FAST POSITIONING

Automatic backgauge for efficient batch cutting

BUILT TO LAST

Heavy-duty construction
for reliable production

CLEAN CUT QUALITY

Optimized blade settings for consistent results

FLEXIBLE CAPACITY

Solutions for different lengths and thicknesses

CUTTING LENGTH

Up to 6000 mm

MAX CUTTING THICKNESS


Up to 20 mm Mild Steel

BACKGAUGE RANGE

Up to 1200 mm

RAKE ANGLE

Model Dependent

CONTROL SYSTEM

NC / CNC Options

Technology & Features

ENGINEERING FOR EVERY CUT

Modern CNC guillotines combine powerful hydraulic cutting with intelligent control, precise material positioning and automated setup. Every system is designed around one objective  faster, cleaner and more repeatable sheet-metal production.

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CNC CONTROLS

Intuitive CNC control simplifies machine setup, automatically managing key cutting parameters for faster, more consistent production.

02

REAR SHEET SUPPORTS

Optional rear sheet-support systems keep large and flexible sheets correctly positioned against the backgauge for improved handling and accuracy.

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HYDRAULIC CLAMPNG

Powerful hydraulic hold-downs secure the sheet before cutting, reducing material movement and maintaining consistent results across the cutting length.

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PRECISION BACKGAUGE

Servo-driven CNC backgauge positioning delivers fast, accurate and repeatable control of cut dimensions across single and programmed cutting sequences.

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BLADE CLEARANCE & RAKE

Optimised blade clearance and, on variable-rake models, adjustable rake angle provide greater control across different materials and thicknesses.

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HEAVY-DUTY CONSTRUCTION

Rigid machine frames, quality hydraulic components and robust cutting assemblies provide the stability required for dependable long-term production.

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎PRECISION IN EVERY CUT‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ BUILT FOR PRODUCTION.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about CNC guillotines  from cutting capacity, materials and machine selection to CNC control, installation, training, finance and ongoing support.

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A CNC guillotine is used to make fast, straight cuts through sheet metal and plate. It is commonly used to cut larger sheets into blanks or smaller sections before bending, punching, welding or further fabrication. For repetitive straight cutting, a correctly specified guillotine can offer very high productivity with relatively low operating cost.

A hydraulic guillotine describes the machine’s cutting system, while CNC refers to how its positioning and cutting parameters are controlled. A modern CNC hydraulic guillotine combines hydraulic cutting power with programmable control of functions such as backgauge position, blade clearance, cutting length, stroke and, on suitable machines, rake angle.

A swing beam guillotine uses a pivoting upper beam and is a robust, proven solution for general sheet-metal fabrication. A variable rake guillotine allows the cutting angle to be adjusted according to material and thickness, providing greater control when processing a wider range of materials and gauges.


Neither is automatically better. A swing beam machine can be an excellent choice for general fabrication and relatively consistent production. Variable rake becomes particularly valuable where the workshop processes a broad range of material types and thicknesses or requires greater control over deformation and cutting characteristics.


Cutting capacity depends on the machine and the material being processed. A machine rated for a particular thickness of mild steel should not automatically be assumed to have the same capacity in stainless steel because material tensile strength affects the force required. MACH therefore specifies guillotines around material type, tensile strength, normal production thickness, maximum thickness and cutting length—not thickness alone

Yes, suitably specified guillotines can process mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium. However, the permissible thickness and optimum blade settings can differ between materials. Material strength, blade clearance and machine capacity should always be considered before cutting.


The machine should accommodate the widest sheet you regularly process while allowing sensible capacity for future work. Common cutting lengths include approximately 2,000 mm, 3,000–3,200 mm, 4,000 mm and 6,000 mm or longer for specialist applications. For many general fabrication businesses, the 3–3.2 metre format corresponds with commonly processed sheet sizes


Depending on machine specification, CNC control can manage the backgauge position, blade clearance, rake angle, stroke length, cutting length, cut quantity and programmable cutting sequences. This reduces manual setup and helps achieve more consistent production between operators and batches


Blade clearance is the controlled gap between the upper and lower blades. Correct clearance is important for cut quality, burr formation, blade life, machine loading and material deformation. Too much or too little clearance can produce a poorer edge and accelerate blade wear


Rake angle determines how progressively the blade cuts across the sheet. Increasing rake can reduce the instantaneous cutting force required for heavier material, while reducing rake can improve cutting behaviour on thinner material. Excessive rake can increase distortion or twisting, particularly on narrow strips. Variable-rake machines allow this relationship to be optimised for different jobs.


Accuracy depends on the machine construction, blade condition, material, setup and particularly the backgauge system. A servo-driven CNC backgauge provides repeatable positioning for production cutting, while features such as ball-screw transmission, automatic retraction and programmable sequences can further improve productivity and repeatability.


The backgauge automatically positions behind the sheet to establish the required cut dimension. The operator programs the required size and the gauge moves into position, allowing repetitive blanks or strips to be produced without manually measuring every cut.


Not always, but it can be extremely useful when cutting large, thin or flexible sheets. Unsupported material can sag before reaching the backgauge, potentially affecting positioning and making handling more difficult. A rear sheet-support system helps support the sheet during positioning and can withdraw as the cutting cycle begin


Start with the material you actually process: maximum sheet length, maximum and normal thickness, material type and strength, production volume, typical cut dimensions and required repeatability. Then consider CNC functionality, backgauge specification, blade-clearance adjustment, rake control and material-support requirements. Future production should be allowed for, but unnecessarily oversizing the machine can add cost without improving everyday productivity.


Some additional capacity can make sense where there is a realistic future requirement, but bigger is not automatically better. The machine should be optimised for the material and thicknesses processed every day while providing sensible headroom for future work.


They perform different roles. If the requirement is predominantly fast, straight separation of sheet into rectangular blanks or strips, a guillotine can be a very efficient and economical solution. A fibre laser offers far greater flexibility for profiles, holes, contours and complex components. Many fabrication businesses therefore use both technologies for different stages of production.


Send MACH your material types, maximum and typical thicknesses, sheet dimensions, production volumes and the type of parts you normally cut. We can then determine the appropriate cutting length and capacity and whether swing beam or variable rake, CNC blade-gap adjustment, enhanced backgauge and sheet-support options are justified.